Best Glamping near Palermo, ME

Recent Glamping Reviews in Palermo

223 Reviews of 35 Palermo Campgrounds

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  Meghan B.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 10, 2024

  Camden Hills State Park Campground

  Camden Hills State Park Campground

  I really like that the campground has easy access to the hiking trails. Clean bathroom facilities and the free showers were nice and hot. Unfortunately, you can hear quite a bit of road noise.

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  Ioan P.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 28, 2024

  Sebasticook Lake Campground

  Convenient

  Everything was fine , except the owner, very weird !

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  John C.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 31, 2024

  Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground

  Agritourisum at it best

  Stayed 5 nights with family on the next sight, great place for kids with lots of variety, animals and low traffic back roads for bike riding. Reserve early if you want hookups.

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  Joy P.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 3, 2024

  Meadowbrook Camping

  Electrical Issues

  I value the reviews left here, so I felt I needed to leave an honest review in hopes it will help someone else. We stayed here for almost 2 weeks. During that time there was a sewage smell near the bathhouse. The sites are not level and most are not shaded or very wide. We also had brown water and were extremely thankful for our multiple water filters. We paid for a 30 amp service, but had low voltage the entirety of our stay. The solution that was proposed, was that we remove our Watchdog EMS and Surge protector. We decided to keep our Watchdog on. They had several campsites on the same breaker, something we have never seen at any campground in our 3 years of travel. On our last day, we didn't even have enough voltage to keep fans running inside our RV. Please be aware that low voltage seems to be an ongoing problem as an RV behind us had an electrical cord burn up while we were there.

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  Daniel J.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 22, 2024

  Meadowbrook Camping

  Great Staff, Nice Sites

  We were greeted with the most amazing, kind and service oriented staff! Just wonderful to see these days. Our site was a pull through and it was wooded and flattish. Some rocks on boulders, but we fit in fine. We were right next to a tenting site. Kind of close, but we managed to put the back of the RV toward their site. It is dog friendly!!! Lots of things to do on grounds and around this area. We had a great time. Plus, they have nice hot showers for free. No quarters here! lol In short, we loved our time here.

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  Beth R.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 28, 2024

  Bangor Holden KOA

  Lots of Amenities

  Pros: Full hookup (sewer, water, 50 AMP) Lots of Amenities

  Cons: Gravel site Not much shade

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  Cynthia C.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 27, 2024

  Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground

  Great location

  A beautiful location!

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  Cheyenne L.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 12, 2024

  Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground

  An Annual Tradition!

  Such a great place for families. West Bay has a playground, a great shower house, water access, and kayak rentals.

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  Suzanne S.

  Scout

  

  May. 29, 2024

  Chewonki Campground

  Great Campground

  We stayed in a large tent site. Very quiet and clean. We also fished off the dock.

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  Shawn M.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 13, 2024

  Shore Hills Campground & RV Park

  Our favorite place

  Shore hills has good prices and great views. The sites are large. The people are nice. It is the only place we have stayed at more than once.

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  Claire T.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 1, 2024

  Camden Hills State Park Campground

  Coastal State Park

  Camden Hills state park is in a great spot, close to town and has a waterfront access. If you have a bigger rv you’ll want to stay in the field sites in the front of the park. The higher you go the better for tenting it is as it gets more forested.

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  Laura M.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 14, 2023

  Camden Hills State Park Campground

  great hiking

  Nice state campground with tons of hiking trails right from the campground. We stayed in a non-hookup site for $38/night- very expensive but we wanted to stay in the area and enjoy the hiking trails. Most sites don’t have enough sun for solar, and those that do, are FHU sites. Go figure. We were in site #65, recommended to us by the ranger as having the most sun for our panels. 65 was nice because it was set apart from other sites, and kind of enclosed so it was nice for the dogs. But it’s in direct view of the dump station so if that bothers you don’t pick this site! 

  The drive up Mt Battie Rd was worth it for the views at the top. RVs are ok to drive on this road, and there’s RV parking at the top. 

  Showers are free, hot, and good pressure, but they are the creepiest campground showers, rusty and dark. Dump station and potable water are available. 

  There’s a little free library book exchange at the ranger station at the entrance. Verizon service was usable but very weak, ATT was better, and fine with the weboost. The campground offers wifi at $3 per day per connection, but we didn’t use it.

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  Suetta T.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 13, 2023

  Sennebec Lake Campground

  Great Campground, friendly and helpful staff

  I am new to pulling a small camper, and staff was great helping me secure a site that was easy for me to back into, and beautiful. Staff and other campers answered some basic questions graciously. The grounds are well kept and the facilities were clean and inviting. The shop was amazingly well stocked.

  I will definitely return!

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  B M.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 4, 2023

  Camden Hills State Park Campground

  Nice clean park with shaded sites

  We stayed in site # 31. It was a nice sized site and very shaded. We had water & electric and there is a dump station onsite.  The had a problem with the water so we filled up at the Camden Fire station which was close to the campground. You can pay a few extra dollars for WI-FI it's worth it. The sites are not level yet in the hills they usually aren't. There is a section of campsites that are along the side of the office that have no shade. If you like sun those sites are for you. 

  The auto road was closed so we didn't get up to see Mount Battie. You could hike it yet my husband couldn't hike due to health issues. The day use area is across the street from the campground. It has some hiking trails and a nice place to just hang out. 

  The town of Camden is quaint and has shops and good places to eat. Traffic is bad yet worth it. If you like Thai food Long Grain is so good. You need a reservation or you won't get in. They were so busy they even quit taking to go orders. Some of the best Thai food I've ever had. 

  We drove to Searsport and went to a antique/nautical place to buy some lobster pot buoys nice little shop. We stopped at McLaughlins on the way back and had some dinner. It was ok. Lots of people said it was good yet pricey and just ok. 

  We found a great Mobil RV guy Chris Burbelo (207) 322-4526. We had issues several places we stayed and he came out & fixed it all. He fixed our slideout, a leveler, a window and the fridge. We went 2 months with our slide stuck in. He made our trip. Highly recommend him.

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  Matthew R.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 4, 2023

  Camden Hills State Park Campground

  Hit or miss with sites, but has potential

  Camden Hills wouldn't be our first choice, but we were returning to Maine to retrieve our trailer after some truck trouble, and wanted something close to where we left the trailer. Sites were pretty picked out by the time I made plans. so I chose a "Medium" site and hoped for the best.

  It was tricky getting our 20' trailer into site 13. I'm not the best trailer driver (long truck, short trailer) but I do get lucky from time to time. I backed the trailer in between the trees as a neighbor laughed, trying to avoid the culvert for the stream which would have been a disaster. The truck/trailer wouldn't fit, so once the trailer was parked and leveled, I "parallel parked" the truck to get it off the road.

  I had a Falcon Guide to the Maine trails, and that, along with the park map, allowed us to do a nice loop of Mts. Battie and Megunticook. In order to not block the site, we packed up and asked to park in the "overflow" lot near the park shops.

  Some of the turns in the roads were a little rough for bigger trailers, but we did okay. The dump station is further in the campground, so don't try to leave and miss it. Wifi seemed pretty strong but we kept turning it off. I didn't ask about how much it costs. 

  Camden was a nice town; parking was problematic. The campground is about 2 miles from town, so not close enough to walk. It seemed like there were a lot of portapotties around, but that could be due to the Mt. Battie auto road traffic. We didn't try the bathrooms or showers.

  Try to do your homework regarding sites, and anyone with a trailer should try to get a large one.

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  B M.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 2, 2023

  Branch Lake Camping area

  Wonderful campground and a beautiful lake

  This is a hidden gem. We really enjoyed this campground and the good people staying there. I would go back and stay longer next time.

  We stayed 7 nights in site # 24. We had water & electric and there is a dump station onsite. Our site was waterfront we were right off the beach. The site was level and had some shade. If you have a small camper you can pull in forward and your door opens to the water. I couldn't pull in I had to back in yet having the dinette overlooking the lake was nice. Everyone was so nice and helpful. The lake has 26.5 miles perimeter  and a maximum depth of 124'. We had loons come in close to our site. Saw an Eagle too. 

  We sat our chairs in the water and cooled down everyday and floated on our noodles. Great relaxing place. 

  The owners Shawn and Margaret do a nice job maintaining the campground and enjoy taking a dip at the swim beach like the rest of us. 

  There is a playground, a nice area to keep kayaks if your not on the water.  There were adirondack chairs along the beach and the nice grassy area overlooking the lake. There are boat docks for smaller boats and some floating docks you can swim out to and enjoy. 

  There is a small store where the office is and a group bonfire pit every evening many of the people gather there. 

  There are some seasonal sites some are set up so nice. 

  They offer a pump out service twice a week which is nice. 

  The town of Ellsworth  has everything you need. Walmart, home depot, the Global beverage store, laundry places, and best of all Martha's Diner. The best eggs benedict with ham. Shawn recommended it.  Bangor isn't far either. 

  There is a vintage/antiques place called Relics that has great finds. 

  Dorr Lobster and seafood market serves lobster & crab rolls and sells fresh seafood. We bought some cooked, picked lobster meat and made lobster Alfredo for dinner.  Very tasty! 

  Finn's Irish pub is good to. we had a good meal there it's on Main street. My husband had corned beef and cabbage I had Shepherds pie. 

  We found a great mobile Repairman that fixed our slide out while we were there. It broke the 2nd week of June and we couldn't find anyone to fix it. His name is Chris Burbelo his number is (207) 322-4526. He did a great job it was a cable slide and we'd had the motor & gear replaced before we left florida. It wasn't bolted to the wall correctly & it tore from the wall broke the chains and the cables all went slack. We spent 2 months with the slide stuck in. Chris works at a RV place in service and does side work on his spare time. He did several things for us and did a great job. Worth a million!

  Thank you Shawn and Margaret for the great experience and Chris B for fixing our slide out.

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  Sara B.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 28, 2023

  Duck Puddle Campground

  First time camping with a camper.

  Had a wonderful 4 days at Duck Puddle. An amazing view of the lake from a site that was very level. The staff were all friendly and the facilities were clean and stocked. Can’t wait to come back!

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  Jason G.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 14, 2023

  Sennebec Lake Campground

  Amazing Stay, Terrific New Ownership

  Sennebec Lake Campground provided a blend of relaxation and adventure for the kiddos and the campground's commitment to modern conveniences is evident, with amenities that bring together comfort and wilderness living. During our stay, remarkable service provided a seamless experience. We have a 35ft RV, and we faced no issues  getting in and out of the property and the sites across the water were level, with no extra leveling needed. 

  The campground's location was a highlight, offering easy access to the towns of Camden, Rockport, and Rockland, each having with their own unique New England charm. Sennebec Lake Campground is a sanctuary for families seeking a serene escape without sacrificing modern comforts.

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  Iris A.

  Ranger

  

  Aug. 6, 2023

  Freeport / Durham KOA

  Cute Family KOA

  This is a cute little KOA with lots of things for smaller kids to do. We visited during their Halloween weekend. They had costume making and trick or treating for kids (bring candy) and a renaissance fair/party for adults. There is a pool with slide, a playground, a basketball hoop, a disc golf net. They have hayrides and a nightly train ride for younger visitors.

  WiFi and cell service are both spotty.

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  Kirill K.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 26, 2023

  Oceanfront Camping @ Reach Knolls

  Great sites and access to the beach for a morning swim

  The setup is great, plenty of space. And access to the beach is awesome. We went for a morning swim and swam to the platform. Awesome experience!

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  Craig C.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 29, 2023

  Sagadahoc Bay Campground

  Quiet Low Key on Clam Flat

  Small campground with a couple spots for rigs and a wooded area for tenting and small pull behinds. This is not a resort. Simple place to land and enjoy the coast of Maine. The owners Pat and Eric are great hosts. Great place for Clamming. They can issue a town permit for 7 days ($26) and have all the stuff to dig your own. Wi-Fi is good but not great depends on how many people are on. Verizon is spotty. AT&T is pretty good.

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  Tasha H.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 21, 2023

  Paul Bunyan Campground

  I had no idea...

  That camping could be so easy and fun! This is my first time actually camping in a tent for fun. (U.S. Army Veteran)The showers are nice and hot, it's quiet here at night, and it's such a chill atmosphere. Thank you guys for making my first camping trip a fun one! First got one night, turned into a week!

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  Randy F.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 19, 2023

  Chewonki Campground

  Terrific and Convenient

  Chewonki is a wonderfully run private campground near Bath, Wiscasset, Damariscotta and the beaches. The grounds are beautifully maintained and with modern. clean utilities /amenities.
  The boat launching area is limited by the tidal stream, but offers terrific, quiet experiences not expected as close to route 1.
  The ownership is on site and they’re friendly, helpful and proud of their property. Strong Verizon cell service too!

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  Acire E.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 18, 2023

  Sagadahoc Bay Campground

  Another breathtaking stay......

  This is our second year coming back to this same campsite. The owners were very friendly and attentive. This place is charming, rustic, and beautiful scenic. Last year we stayed for 3 days and it wasn't enough, so this year we booked it for 1 week. We have booked 2 sites for next year already, which tells you why we love this place so much.(Check the photos). The campsite is pretty quiet and spacious. Apart from an amazing view, you can't beat it. The campground was very accommodated plus we had 2 service dogs that loved this place so much. You can go down in the water during low tide to do clams hunting(you have to get a license from the front desk). All we can say is that this place is worth the$, time, no and stay. (Erica & Kieran)

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  Jillian B.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 13, 2023

  Oceanfront Camping @ Reach Knolls

  Peaceful and relaxing

  Beautiful, quiet location with views of the deer isle bridge and access to walking the beach. Owners are so nice and friendly and accommodating. Sites are mostly private and have space. Very clean.

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  Ron

  Scout

  

  May. 2, 2023

  Augusta / Gardiner KOA

  OK for a short stay.

  Campground is in need of upgrading. There were very heavy rains the night before we arrived that washed out some of the roads. Our site was quite wet. Hosts were very personable. We probably won’t be back.

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  Ray N.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 13, 2023

  Sennebec Lake Campground

  New Management

  Campground is under new ownership as of 2022 a lot of new improvements and more coming new glamping village the lodge house is being renovated new bathrooms and more coming